why does the package say not for sale or use in the usa? i bought them as a christmas gift for my husband. now we're afraid the house will burn down!
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I'm not entirely sure. I suspect it's because the USA stopped selling them to reduce energy consumption. They are safe to use.
12519
Not a problem. These items are still quality products, but manufactured in Mexico. They are exactly like the ones previously manufactured in the U.S., but the government will no longer allow the manufacture of 100 watt incandescent bulbs in the US any more. The government wants you to buy the Obama bulbs that cost 5x more.
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i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave above. I am using mine! i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave... » Read More i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave above. I am using mine! « Show Less
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I've had them for a while. Have had no problems except they don't always last as long as they say. Never noticed the "not for use in USA".
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I suspect the "not for sale" is because the damn Dems have made it illegal to sell 100 Watt bulbs in the U.S.A. Try to find any...anywhere! These are "black market" bulbs. They will not burn the house down. BUT...they are made outside the U.S. and the standards suck. These bulbs (so far at least) have a short burn life. Still, while they last, they're better than 60 Watt. And I love screwing with Al Gore.
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Good luck getting any kind of response from the Manufacturer. I bought over 2 dozen of these units to replace 500 watt work lights in my space and after several months they began to fail. E-mails and phone calls to Lights of America never got a response. I think they are just a distribution office here in the US and are not interested in customer service.
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I used them outdoors and had no problem, but not for an extended time. I viewed them like Christmas lights, but I'm not sure what they are rated for. I tossed the boxes last year.
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I would not venture a guess as they are in my daughter's place of work. I would try contacting the manufacturer to see if flame retardant materials are used. Because it's a "educational" supply, I would guess they are flame retardant. Doesn't mean they won't burn, just a little slower process. Officially, "I don't know"
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My guess and it's a guess - is it's a shipping note; shipments after May and prior to September would not be safe in the US, where the company is headquartered, because the heat would damage the product. The same mark is on a similar product I purchased at a local store five days ago. My thoughts. If you need a better answer, I would contact Burt's Bees directly.
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I use them outside a lot, but only for a couple days at a time. They get quite hot and are not designed to be used outside for extended periods. Keep a close eye on them and don't let them come into contact with anything that melts or might catch fire. Good luck.
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I just got my user manual out and sure enough, it says not to put the bowls in any heated area, stoves, ovens, microwaves. I would not have thought it to be a problem, so good to know.
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You'd have to call or get on the distributor's email. There should be information on the back of your package. If you buy in bulk you'd have to ask the store manager. If they come from China, DON'T buy them.
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I checked my package and there is nowhere an inidction of the UL listing or rating you inquired about. Nor do I see it on any of the individual piecees inside the envelope. Mossstof this stuff is coming from China these days and they don't sem to have any standards there like we do in the U.S. So I cannot with any confidence tell you that they are certification rated. However, in looking at them, I am of the opinion that they are reasonably well made. With metal and ceramic visible, and they "feel" okay. But I'm not an electrician; just an amateur homeowner. So if you don't feel secure , maybe you can ask an electgrician friend. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful and hope this might help somewhat.Anthony Vlamis
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I am not sure but i do know if temp. outside is above mid 80s then pressure is increased enough in them that they wont work properly , so id guess , depending how your house is kept as far as its ambient temperature that ,that gives you some idea, sorry i couldn' t give you better answer .
1959473
I don't why they wouldn't be safe. The use less power and generate less heat than a conventional incandescent equivalent.
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I bought these, I live in the U.S. they work PERFECT ! Hope this helps...........
973507
1000's of people are using them outside as part of their Christmas decorations where I live (Saskatchewan, Canada) a local hardware store are selling them. Personal preference, but I think they look good. I have 3 going from the pot lights just over my garage, cool effect on the driveway and garage door.
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I asked the same question when I received my order and found they are "designed" in the USA. I also indicated this should be corrected. Quality not great either as they fall over and spill when filled with liquid.
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I got the same message....apparently they do not ship outside of the United States-----I thought California!!!!! Never mind.
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they may- we bought them for our wedding and were told we couldn't use them for this reason sadly... we set one off at a local park before we knew this and didn't hear anything so we assume no fires occured!
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Always wear a glove or use a cloth when handling the bulbs itself. I've been told any residue from your hands (dirt, sweat, oils...) can stain & leave "hot spots" on the bulb itself & lessen their longevity. Another factor is that bulbs have a different rating for various countries. For example I've ordered Amazon bulbs directly from the U.S only to have them shorten out within minutes because of the difference in volts.